Comparison

Google Smart Lock vs XL Lock Manager

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Google Smart Lock

Securely log in to websites and apps using your phone's built-in security key or a physical Bluetooth key. It simplifies access by remembering your passwords and offering a more convenient sign-in experience.

Highlights
  • Use phone as security key
  • Use Bluetooth security key
  • Password saving
  • Simplified sign-in
  • Secure access
Currently charting
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Smart Lock allows you to use your Bluetooth security key or set up the security key built in to your phone.

About

XL Lock Manager

Manage access to your locks digitally with features like NFC, PIN, fingerprint, and Bluetooth. Control permissions, view activity logs in real-time, and share access remotely. This app simplifies key management for various lock types.

Highlights
  • Multiple access methods (NFC, PIN, Fingerprint, BLE)
  • User permission management
  • Real-time activity logs
  • Remote access sharing
  • Low battery warnings
  • Lock transfer and grouping
Features
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The Lock Manager App is the digital solution for easy key management and the key of the future. It comes with a simple and user-friendly layout which helps you to administrate your Locks easily. The App comes with many intelligent features such as: o Choose between various access features (NFC Tags, Pin Codes, Fingerprint and Bluetooth Low Energy) and customise the access for each user. o Handle all permissions of each Lock over the App. You decide who has access, anytime and anywhere. o Get a real time report with an overview of all activity logs and see who accessed at what time. o There is no need for single users to download the App to receive Pin Codes and access the Lock. Simply share the Pin Code via WhatsApp, SMS or Email. o With a Gateway (using Wi-Fi as a bridge) you can even unlock your storage from anywhere in the world. o Low battery warning. o Easy transfer of Locks to a different account when the management changes. o Enter individual names for each Lock for a clear overview. o Manage all your Locks in groups for easy handling. o You choose the way of handling the access by turning the toggle mode on or off.

Screenshots

Google Smart Lock4 screens
XL Lock Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: XL Lock Manager at free against Google Smart Lock's free with in-app purchases. Google Smart Lock's advantage is chart position (#140 vs unranked) and review sentiment (10% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, XL Lock Manager every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Google Smart Lock versus XL Lock Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoogle Smart LockXL Lock Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (634 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings634 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#140 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGoogleTretipi Software GmbH

Customer experience

Google Smart Lock

All ratings614 ratings
Positive35.2%
Neutral3.6%
Negative61.2%
Written reviews378 reviews
Positive10.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative86.0%

XL Lock Manager

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Google Smart Lock

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on launch
  • Doesn't detect nearby devices
  • Endless login loop
  • Incompatible with latest iOS

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for NFC security keys
  • Easier setup and usage
  • Better compatibility with other devices

XL Lock Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Google Smart Lock

No in-app purchases

None

XL Lock Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Google Smart Lock free?
Google Smart Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is XL Lock Manager free?
XL Lock Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Google Smart Lock or XL Lock Manager have ads?
Neither Google Smart Lock nor XL Lock Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Google Smart Lock or XL Lock Manager?
Google Smart Lock ships an update every 2 months, and XL Lock Manager every 5 weeks. Most recently, Google Smart Lock was updated on October 23, 2026 and XL Lock Manager on October 12, 2026.

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